Looking for wedding photographer?
I’m a wedding photographer, and as such I wanted to provide some is our specialty, so here’s some helpful information when you search for yours.
Wedding photographer for every need
All couples getting married want wedding photography, but the type of photography they often choose can be quite different. Some couples want very simple, inexpensive photography — say for about $500. Others pay $5,000 or even more for quality photography.
The first thing you should do before selecting a wedding photographer is decide your budget. You can find a photographer to fit just about any budget, but remember, you get what you pay for. The most expensive photographers are likely the most experienced. Consider how important experience is to you. Having years of experience doesn’t necessarily mean better, but it can be an important consideration.
Determine what you want to spend, then look at the photographers in that price range and see which one you like the best.
Different Styles of Wedding Photography
Decide what type of photos you want. Do you want traditional and classic? Do you want story-telling or photo-journalistic? Do you want creative and edgy? Then look at the websites of different photographers and get a sense for their style.
Essentially, a traditional photographer will take the photos that everyone would expect to have taken at a wedding. You will see traditional poses with guidance from the photographer. That is different from a photojournalistic photographer, who likes to capture the event as it occurs with little intervention and little direction as to poses. Many photographers provide a little of both.
What are you most comfortable with?
Questions to ask:
- What type of poses do you like ?
- What type of direction do you give clients when taking photos?
- How would you describe your style?
Answers to these questions may help you make your decision on your wedding photographer.
